Ruth Holley Library will be temporarily closed for approximately one week starting Mon., Dec. 2 to complete roof repairs.Categories
The fall concert in this year’s Shivers Concert Series, From Classics to Jazz, will take place on Fri., Nov. 22 at The Antlers, a Wyndham Hotel (4 S. Cascade Ave.). There will be a social hour at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. and the concert at 8 p.m.
The Shivers Concert Series has been raising funds to support local culture and arts for 31 years. These concerts benefit the Shivers Fund at PPLD started by Peggy and Clarence Shivers, which contributes to the African American collection at Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD), awards grants and scholarships to students, and encourages young people to pursue their interests in the arts.
The concert features performances by soprano Christina Danaé, baritone Stephen Locke, flutist Sandra Tiemens, guitarist Colin McAllister, and collaborative pianist Susan Grace. Following the concert, author Fran Pilch will sell and sign copies of her book, Applause! Stories from the Colorado Springs Philharmonic.
Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) is excited to bring you Virtual Author Visits in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. Join us and hear from bestselling authors and thought leaders on a range of topics, from puzzling science to epic fantasy to decluttering your home. Whether you are an avid or occasional reader, there is nothing quite like listening to insightful talks by authors you have read or new ones you are just discovering. You never know what will catch your interest. Attend these events at no cost from the comfort of home.
In November, join us on Thu., Nov. 7 at 5 p.m. for a discussion with Navajo Ranger Stanley Milford, Jr. as he chats about the chilling and clear-eyed memoir of his investigations into bizarre cases of the paranormal and the unexplained in Navajoland. In The Paranormal Ranger, Milford recounts the stories of these cases from a law enforcement officer’s clinical and deductive perspective. Register for the access link.
Next, tune in on Sat., Nov. 9 at noon (en Español) or Thu., Nov. 14 at 2 p.m. (English) to hear from New York Times bestselling author Javier Zamora as he chats with us about his riveting tale of survival and perseverance as told in his award-winning memoir Solito. The book provides an immediate and intimate account of a treacherous and near-impossible journey, as well as the miraculous kindness and love delivered at the most unexpected moments. Register for the access link (above).
For the last Virtual Author Visit in November, you’re invited to join us on Wed., Nov. 20 at 5 p.m. as Mona Susan Power chats about her newest novel, A Council of Dolls. This conversation highlights how her work explores Native Rights and Native American culture, using an important symbol that anchors comfort and companionship in Native life: dolls. Mona Susan Power weaves a spell of love and healing that comes alive on the page. Register for the access link.
Learn more and see upcoming authors on our Virtual Author Visits page or check out past Virtual Author Visits here!
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2025 Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium - " Histories: Beyond the Written Word"
Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) invites scholars, historians, researchers, and history enthusiasts to submit proposals for the 2025 Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium in the theme of "Histories Beyond the Written Word." This year's symposium will explore the rich tapestry of history told through non-traditional sources, shedding light on the diverse and dynamic ways we can understand our past.
We seek proposals that explore history through oral histories, traditions, art, photographs, movies, architecture, geography, and other nontraditional materials. Our goal is to celebrate and highlight the invaluable contributions of these sources to preserving and interpreting history.
As part of the 2025 symposium, PPLD Regional History & Genealogy staff are exploring the experiences of Jim Bates, a wartime photographer and Palmer High School graduate who worked for the Alexander Film Company. Through the lens of his camera, we will delve into Bates' unique perspective, focusing on his artistic choices and techniques. By critiquing his work, we will also gain insight into what his experiences must have been like as a filmmaker at war. This project is just one example of the many types of non-textual submissions we are seeking.
Submissions could include a short film, a presentation with paper, or a PowerPoint presentation to be presented online (20 minutes, 10 minutes for students).
Compensation payment will be $500 for selected participants, $150 for students. Selected submissions will be included in PPLD’s first annual online journal entitled, “Online Journal of Pikes Peak Regional History.”
Send proposals by Sat., Jan. 11, 2025.
By email: jjarrell@ppld.org
By mail: Pikes Peak Library District
P.O. Box 1579
Colorado Springs, CO 80901
Proposal Guidelines
Please include all six of these requirements in your submission.
Theme: Beyond the Written Word
- TITLE (5 – 15 words):
A descriptive title for your proposed presentation/film. - SUMMARY (500 – 1,000 words)
A brief summary of the topic covered in your proposed presentation/film. - ABSTRACT (1,000 – 1,500 words)
A summary that includes your thesis and all of the supporting arguments and conclusions for your proposed presentation/film. - SOURCES (50 – 100 words)
A general list of primary and secondary research sources supporting your proposed presentation/film. - SHORT BIOGRAPHY (75 – 100 words)
A brief description of you. - RESUME (one page)
A resume with relevant educational and research accomplishments, mailing and email addresses, and phone number.